Football: Top Performers, Week 11

Johnson QB Hunter Rittimann threw for 337 yards and three TDs in the Jaguars’ win over top-ranked Smithson Valley.

Each Monday, we like to show a little recognition for the standout players from the weekend’s slate of games. Here’s the area’s best from Week 3.

Passing

1. Hunter Rittimann, Johnson: 18 of 23, 337 yards, three TDs
On the same field that his father played on in college, the senior quarterback led the Jaguars to their first playoff victory, stunning top-ranked Smithson Valley.

2. Dalton Banks, Alamo Heights: 17 of 28 passing, 260 yards, three TDs
Helped the Mules shake off a slow start and an early deficit by throwing for three scores and running for another en route to a 28-7 victory over Lanier.

3. Andrew Hawkins, San Antonio Christian: 27 of 41 passes, 417 yards, five TDs
His performance nearly rallied the Lions from a 19-point deficit in the fourth quarter before they came up short against Katy Pope John XXIII.

1. Justin Stockton, Steele: 18 carries, 231 yards, four TDs
Playing days after the death of his grandfather, the Texas Tech-bound speedster got the Knights off to a fast start in their bid for a fourth straight regional title.

2. Aedric Robinson, Warren: 25 carries, 206 yards, four TDs
The Warriors needed every single one of Robinson’s yards and touchdowns to stave off East Central in a back-and-forth shootout.

3. Gibreel Evans, N.B. Canyon: 26 carries, 204 yards, one TD
In came in a losing effort, but the senior helped the Cougars keep it close against unbeaten Reagan.

1. Desmond Smith, Navarro: Six catches, 135 yards, four TDs
As has been the case all season, Smith has been efficient in production, catching a touchdown on nearly one out of every three receptions. He was even more effective in the Panthers’ rout of Sam Houston.

2. Eddie Pedroza, Harlandale: Seven catches, 169 yards, three TDs
His big showing helped the Indians knocked off Gregory-Portland and advance to the second round for the second year in a row.

3. Charles Reininger, Johnson: Three catches, 107 yards, two TDs
Played a critical role in the Jaguars’ win over top-ranked SmithsonValley, with both of his scores coming in the second half as Johnson held off the Rangers.

2. Da’Shawn Key, Brennan QB: 7 of 10 passes, 162 yards, three TDs; 17 carries, 81 yards, two TDs
What was supposed to be the biggest test the Bears’ offense faced all season turned into another blowout victory, with Key doing damage passing and running.

3. Jordan Sneed, Warren QB: 20 of 36 passes, 183 yards, two TDs; 22 carries, 200 yards, one TD
Continued his stellar play during the regular season into the postseason, accounting for 383 yards and three TDs in the Warriors’ win over East Central.